Located a 12-15 minute walk from Imadegawa Station, Daikokuya Kamamochi Honpo is a hidden gem in Kyoto. This traditional Japanese sweets shop offers a unique treat called Kamamochi, which is mochi shaped like a sickle, a rare find in other shops. Situated in a residential area between Demachiyanagi and Imadegawa, it is convenient to visit by car or taxi due to its distance from both stations. I purchased two Kamamochi this time, as they are sold individually, making it easy to buy a small amount for home consumption. The Kamamochi, with its chewy texture and sweet red bean paste filling, offers a different eating experience compared to regular manju, thanks to its unique shape. Even for those who have tried all the famous Kyoto sweets, this shop is highly recommended. Be sure to visit and enjoy the treats! Thank you for the meal!

Around 10:30 during Golden Week, I visited a shop located about a 10-minute walk from the nearest subway station, Kurama-guchi Station. When I arrived, I was relieved to see no line, but a customer coming out from inside told me, "They're already sold out," in a despairing tone. Nevertheless, since I had come all the way, I decided to go inside the shop. It had a nostalgic atmosphere. I purchased a yokan with chestnuts, which was incredibly delicious. On TV, it was mentioned that the current shop owner will be the last, but I hope that this flavor will be passed down.

A short walk from Demachiyanagi Station in Kyoto, you'll find a small traditional Japanese confectionery shop. It's a bit away from the bustling streets and has a charming old-fashioned atmosphere. The shop doesn't feel overly commercial, which is a plus. They offer takeout items like "Kamamochi" and "Nakamise". These treats are long and slender in shape, with a moist and pleasantly chewy texture. When you pinch them, your fingers sink into the mochi, giving a delicate and fragile feeling. When you bite into them, the mochi molds to your lips and feels even more delicate. Inside the mochi is a smooth red bean paste that has a low viscosity, almost like sandy texture that melts away on your tongue. It's delicate, delicious, and has a captivating texture. The "Nakamise" is made to order, so the skin is crispy and fragrant if eaten soon after.

In November, during a photo session with my favorite geisha in Gion Kabu, I was asked during the talk session, "What is your favorite Japanese sweet in Kyoto?" I immediately thought of Kamamochi. I had to go and try it! I headed to a charming shop near Amidadera, where Oda Nobunaga is enshrined, and noticed a poster for "Living in Kyoto for a Bit" as well! Apparently, a drama was filmed here, so I need to check the recording of the show when I get back. I ordered the Kamamochi, and the elderly man running the shop carefully wrapped each one in wood, paper, and a decorative wrapping paper. That night in my hotel room, my husband and I enjoyed the soft and stretchy mochi with a refined sweet red bean paste inside. The sweetness was subtle and paired well with green tea or roasted tea. It was a perfect treat for me, just as recommended by the geisha in Gion Kabu. As we left the shop, I told the elderly owner that I came here because a geisha recommended it as my favorite Kyoto sweet for a self-reward, and he seemed very pleased. Kyoto is full of such wonderful shops, which is part of its charm! Thank you for the delicious treat!

Follow me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/tokyo_messhi Kyoto, the land of traditional Japanese sweets! When it comes to Kyoto's wagashi, there are many renowned shops such as "Kyoushitsu," "Saryo Hosei," "Kyoushitsu," and "Demachi Futaba." I usually visit top-ranked shops on Tabelog, but this time I discovered a hidden gem! One of them is "Daikokuya Kamamochi Honpo." Located in a quiet residential area about a 10-minute walk north of Demachi Futaba, this long-standing shop has been in business for 123 years. The owner single-handedly manages the shop, and they mentioned that they are struggling to keep up with the production of items other than their signature "kamamochi." I tried their famous "kamamochi" this time. It is a simple delicacy with soft and chewy mochi wrapped around sweet red bean paste. When you take a bite, the mochi stretches and the gentle sweetness of the mochi rice spreads in your mouth. The smooth red bean paste melts on your tongue, with a hint of black sugar adding a perfect balance. It may be simple, but it is a meticulously crafted delicacy that any wagashi lover should definitely try!

Next to the temple where the tombs of Oda Nobunaga and Nobutada are located on Teramachi Street in Kyoto, there is a shop called "Daikokuya Kamamochi Honpo Honpo" that has been in business since the Meiji era. A popular local confectionery called "Kamamochi" is loved by the locals. "Kamamochi" is a traditional Japanese sweet made of mochi skin with added brown sugar and red bean paste shaped like a sickle blade. Each piece is carefully wrapped in thin wooden strips. I learned about "Kamamochi" from the hotel concierge and decided to stop by the shop while visiting the famous drooping cherry blossoms at Honman-ji temple to buy some as souvenirs. The shop also sells other sweets such as pocket-sized jelly, "decchi" yokan, and monaka. After ordering the Kamamochi at the shop, the owner took the time to wrap each one in the wooden strips, which was a touching sight to see. Thank you for the delicious treat.

I found out about this restaurant through a website that described their specialty, Kamamochi, as a "rare delicacy". Located about 50 meters from Amida-ji Temple, where a stone monument of Oda Nobunaga is located. Upon entering at 1425, I was the only customer. The elderly owner was working leisurely. There is a workshop at the back, but there was no sign of anyone working there. The elderly owner seemed to be handling everything on his own. I ordered two items: 216 yen for Kamamochi and 175 yen for a Monaka. I ate them at a nearby park. The Kamamochi can be filled with red bean paste upon ordering. The red beans were large, but the paste was too sweet, causing me to choke. The Monaka had a lot of red bean paste and was so soft that it couldn't stand upright. The paste was too sweet, and the rice cake was too sticky. I couldn't fully appreciate the essence of these rare delicacies with my unrefined palate. It seems like there may not be a successor to this shop, which is at risk of disappearing. I hope they can continue the tradition that has been passed down since the Meiji era.

Located a 13-minute walk from Kyoto Municipal Subway Imadegawa Station, this shop has no parking. Along a narrow alley between houses, you will find a charming traditional Japanese confectionery store. Established in 1897, this Kyoto-based long-established confectionery shop is known for its signature Kama-shaped Omegane (216 yen tax included) and the Uji-themed Nama (175 yen tax included). We ordered two of each. The Omegane has a soft and moist outer layer, reminiscent of touching an earlobe. It almost feels like a shame to eat it because it's so delicate. The filling inside is also elegant and delicious. As for the Nama, when you order it, the shop owner says, "I'll start filling it with red bean paste now, please wait a moment." The crispy skin is generously filled with just the right amount of sweet red bean paste. It's an ideal Nama. In Kyoto, where traditional and formal atmosphere often take precedence in confectionery shops, the confections here are simply delicious. This is a shop where you can truly appreciate the taste. We've found a gem of a shop.

Have you ever eaten this before? They bought me a souvenir. Yes, of course! But at that time, I wasn't using Tabelog and didn't post about it. It was a wagashi like a sickle wrapped in a hegi. The red bean paste inside was smooth and light, and the mochi was just right. It was big, but I ate it all in one bite. It's a really good Japanese sweet. Thank you for buying it for me. The weeping cherry tree in the neighborhood is in full bloom a week earlier than usual. It's my favorite spot. There are still many places here where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom. There is nothing special like the latest place in Kyoto for hanami. This village only gets lively during this time of year.

I visited Daikokuya after a long time. While you can buy Kamamochi at department stores in Kyoto, the real reason for my visit was for the Monaka. When you order, they fill it with red bean paste right on the spot. Of course, I ate it right after leaving the store. It was crispy on the outside and filled with delicious red bean paste inside.

The elegant sweet red bean paste and gentle mochi create a perfect balance and are delicious. I regret not knowing about this delicious treat sooner. I bought two for each family member, and they were all gone in an instant. Everyone in my family praised how delicious it was. I haven't tried the Dejima Yokan yet, but I have high expectations for it as well. The shop owner, the father, was swift and attentive in serving us. This shop is great for souvenirs, and I plan to continue using it in the future.

I had some free time in Kyoto, so I visited a restaurant that I've been interested in for a while. It's located near the Amidaji Temple, where some say Nobunaga's remains are kept, on a quaint old road flanked by wooden fences. This place is famous for its kettle mochi, but today I bought some Teichu yokan for ¥864 (tax included). There are various theories, but this seems to be a souvenir that young apprentice boys would bring back home when returning from serving in Kyoto or Osaka. It was probably affordable for the boys to buy. At that time, expensive sugar was sparingly used, resulting in a subtly sweet treat. Different shops offer steamed, kneaded, or water yokan. This one is steamed yokan wrapped in bamboo skin. It's recommended to slice it with the bamboo skin intact. The chestnut inside adds a nice touch. It's said to use black sugar for sweetness, and it's delicious with its mild sweetness.

When the apprentice returned home, they bought a type of yokan called "Chochiku yokan" which is more affordable and simplified compared to the traditional yokan. This shop is famous for their Kama Mochi, but the Chochiku yokan is also popular. I purchased it at Kyoto Takashimaya and enjoyed its simple flavor.

I walked a little from Shimogamo Shrine. In a Japanese sweets book, there was a delicious-looking rice cake introduced, and I came to search for it a few years ago, but I couldn't find the shop and gave up. This time, I decided to find that shop! I finally arrived after using a map and my phone's map. It was "Daikokuya Kamamochi Honpo," a famous shop for kamamochi, a rice cake with a blade shape like a sickle used for harvesting rice. It seems that Kyoka Fujiwara has introduced it on TV, as there was a notice posted. It's a shop that has been quietly around for a long time. I bought two kamamochi. The soft mochi with smooth sweet bean paste. The transparency of the paste is good. The mochi is soft like a baby's cheek, a softness that you want to keep touching forever. Sweet bean paste with a generous amount, not too sweet and refreshing. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Whenever I have the chance to visit Kyoto, I always try to make my way towards Shimogamo Shrine. Actually, they also deliver to Takashimaya in Shijo Kawaramachi, so if I'm lucky, I can get them there, but I prefer to see the father's face, have him pack each one carefully in a box, and tie it neatly with a string from the ceiling. The mochi wrapped in bamboo leaves is very soft, with a gentle yet rich sweetness of sweet bean paste. The unique shape is said to be modeled after the sickle used to harvest rice plants. I want to see him healthy and continue to witness his kind demeanor, so with that in mind, I head towards Teramachi Imadegawa.

In Kyoto, near the Amida Temple, there is a shop called "Daikoku-ya Kamamochi Honpo" which has been in business since the Meiji era. They specialize in a traditional Japanese sweet called "kamamochi," which consists of a soft mochi skin filled with black sugar paste. The shop is known for its delicate and elegant kamamochi, which are freshly made by the owner. The main highlight of the visit was attending a memorial service for Oda Nobunaga, a famous historical figure who passed away in the Incident at Honno-ji. The service took place in the main hall of the temple, where statues of Nobunaga and his son were enshrined. It was a moving experience to pay respects to the legendary figure and reflect on the turbulent times of the Sengoku period.

I purchased Kama Mochi. The mochi is very soft! It is wrapped in sweet red bean paste and delicious.

"Daikokuya Kamameshi Honpo" Kyoto, Imadegawa Subway Karasuma Line Imadegawa Station Kamameshi Takeout Delicious Japanese sweets Soft mochi with a gentle sweetness and smooth red bean paste filling Simple but elegant Japanese sweets sought after for their delicious taste.